Architectural Student

Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary journey to shape the future of Ontario's Legislative Assembly, with innovation and excellence in parliamentary operations? At the Office of the Assembly, we're not just supporting Parliament; we’re a dynamic team dedicated to driving change and making an impact every day.

At the heart of our mission is to provide non-partisan administrative and procedural services to all MPPs, along with operational support for the daily activities of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario. Our success is intricately tied to the strength and diversity of our staff, as we champion our core values: integrity, inclusiveness, collaboration, and excellence.

The Office of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, Precinct Properties Branch (PPB) is responsible for all capital works renovation and restoration projects, mechanical and electrical infrastructure upgrades, repairs, and the day-to-day maintenance of the Legislative building and grounds. PPB is seeking a dedicated student who intends to commit to this challenging, complex profession. The student’s primary function will be to digitize archival documents; this may include tasks such as scanning, labelling, and recording information.

We are an integrated office that utilizes a dynamic team of architects, engineers, conservators and researchers, and industry specialists, driven by a singular goal to help preserve Ontario's Legislative building. This internship will provide students with an opportunity to be a member of our multi-disciplinary team.

This co-op requires the individual to work in the office

(This temporary opportunity is available from January 2026 to April 2026).

What You’ll Do

What you’ll act with integrity to:

- Demonstrate a high degree of professionalism and independence from political influences
- Act in conformity with the law and established policies
- Exhibit the utmost tact, diplomacy and confidentiality at all times

You’ll support our community as you:

- Support branch staff by carrying out various administrative duties (i.e. filing, printing, etc.)
- Undertake the process of digitizing historic documents and project files to expand our digital archive.
- May assist branch project staff with producing architectural drawings and graphic materials
- Contribute to the design process by utilizing various software platforms, including AutoCAD , the Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, and the Microsoft Suite, including Outlook, Word and Excel
- May assist branch staff with project-related research
- May participate in the review of design documents and contract administration
- Attend project team meetings
- Other general clerical duties as required

How You Qualify

You demonstrate excellence through your:

- Proof of enrollment and currently enrolled in an accredited post-secondary program full-time for Winter/Spring 2026, working toward a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Interior Design, or Engineering.
- Ability to work in an integrated office that utilizes a dynamic team of architects, engineers, conservators, researchers, and industry specialists
- Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions
- Ability to read and comprehend architectural drawings
- Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment or independently as required for assignments
- Excellent judgment and problem-solving skills
- Creative design portfolio is an asset
- Strong communication, teamwork, graphics, and organizational skills are essential

If you join our team, you can expect:

- To work with a team of dedicated professionals
- Dynamic working environment

If you’re ambitious, passionate, and ready to make your mark, seize the opportunity by selecting “Apply Now” at the bottom of the page.

Join us in shaping the future of Ontario's Legislative Assembly. Your journey starts here

The Legislative Assembly of Ontario is proud to be an equal opportunity employer who champions diversity and inclusion. We foster an environment where unique perspectives are valued, ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to make a meaningful impact.

If you need accommodations during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at hr@ola.org .

While we appreciate your interest in obtaining employment with the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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